Kangaroo Valley

Travel Guide
Kangaroo Valley
Find a picture-perfect rural idyll in this beautiful valley amid the Illawarra region’s forested mountains. Investigate the thriving local arts and music scene.

Explore a National Trust-listed village in Kangaroo Valley, a picturesque town flanked by the awe-inspiring Cambewarra and Barrengarry mountains. Rainforests and rugged peaks surround this gorgeous corner of the Illawarra region’s rolling countryside, making it a scenic spot to enjoy local wines and delicious regional produce.

Stroll through Kangaroo Valley’s unhurried streets and explore the village’s interesting arts and crafts shops, antique stores, galleries and cafés. Check out historic landmarks that were constructed in the 19th century out of locally quarried stone, including the school, the courthouse and the iconic Hampden Bridge, one of Australia’s oldest suspension bridges.

Learn about the village’s rich dairying history at the Kangaroo Valley Pioneer Museum Park, a heritage complex that includes an early settler hut, antique farming equipment and pretty bushwalking trails.

Explore Kangaroo Valley’s magnificent landscapes with a trip to Gerrigong Falls or Cambewarra Mountain. Canoe along the Kangaroo River or play golf at the picturesque Kangaroo Valley Golf & Country Resort. Horseback riding tours will take you through the breathtaking natural sights of Morton National Park. Sample the valley’s fine flavours at local winery estates and cellar doors.

Visit in February to experience a sampling of local rural life at the Kangaroo Valley Agricultural and Horticultural Show. In October, the village stages the Kangaroo Valley Folk Festival, which features a range of local and touring musicians over a fun-filled weekend. The Kangaroo Valley Village Markets offer a selection of the region’s finest produce and craft items on the second Saturday of the month, except in February.

Kangaroo Valley is approximately a 2-hour drive from Sydney along the scenic South Coast road. Combine your trip to Kangaroo Valley with a visit to the surf beaches of Seven Mile Beach or Wollongong. Kangaroo Valley has a diverse selection of holiday lodgings, including picturesque farmsteads and luxury villas.

Wildes Hotel Kangaroo Valley
Wildes Hotel Kangaroo Valley
3.5 out of 5
152 Moss Vale Rd, Kangaroo Valley, NSW
The price is €202 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€202
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kangaroo Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
Kangaroo Valley escape
"Lovely hotel in beautiful location. Rooms modern & comfortable.lived up to its photos & reviews"

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2024

Wildes Hotel Kangaroo Valley
Lake David Luxury Lake House set on 40 acres - Sleeps 18
Lake David Luxury Lake House set on 40 acres - Sleeps 18
Kangaroo Valley
Stay at this vacation home in Kangaroo Valley. Enjoy WiFi, an arcade/game room, and a garden. Popular attractions Bugong National Park and Kangaroo River Nature ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Smith family
"We all loved the stunning location and the impressive house. There were a variety of activities which meant each age could choose their own preference, from piano playing, swimming, tennis to kayaking on the beautiful lake, plus a virtual library for the book lovers. Suggestions for improvement: ..."

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2024

Lake David Luxury Lake House set on 40 acres - Sleeps 18
10 Acres, Magnificant Views, Indoor Heated Pool
10 Acres, Magnificant Views, Indoor Heated Pool
Kangaroo Valley
Stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Kangaroo Valley. Enjoy private pools, WiFi, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Kangaroo River Nature Reserve ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (104 reviews)
Wonderful "Wahroonga
"Ït was a very delightful stay at "Wahroonga". The property is amazing and was just the perfect venue for a family get-together celebrating a milestone birthday. I highly recommend this property. Our host Kendall was amazing and very helpful in every aspect. 10/10"

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2024

10 Acres, Magnificant Views, Indoor Heated Pool
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Martha's Villa - panoramic, peaceful location
Martha's Villa - panoramic, peaceful location
Kangaroo Valley
Stay at this golf villa in Kangaroo Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Kangaroo River Nature Reserve and Pioneer Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
"Excellent little cottage style."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Martha's Villa - panoramic, peaceful location
10 Acres, Magnificant Views, Indoor Heated Pool
10 Acres, Magnificant Views, Indoor Heated Pool
Kangaroo Valley
Stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Kangaroo Valley. Enjoy private pools, WiFi, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Kangaroo River Nature Reserve ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (104 reviews)
Wonderful "Wahroonga
"Ït was a very delightful stay at "Wahroonga". The property is amazing and was just the perfect venue for a family get-together celebrating a milestone birthday. I highly recommend this property. Our host Kendall was amazing and very helpful in every aspect. 10/10"

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2024

10 Acres, Magnificant Views, Indoor Heated Pool
Lake David Luxury Lake House set on 40 acres - Sleeps 18
Lake David Luxury Lake House set on 40 acres - Sleeps 18
Kangaroo Valley
Stay at this vacation home in Kangaroo Valley. Enjoy WiFi, an arcade/game room, and a garden. Popular attractions Bugong National Park and Kangaroo River Nature ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Smith family
"We all loved the stunning location and the impressive house. There were a variety of activities which meant each age could choose their own preference, from piano playing, swimming, tennis to kayaking on the beautiful lake, plus a virtual library for the book lovers. Suggestions for improvement: ..."

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2024

Lake David Luxury Lake House set on 40 acres - Sleeps 18
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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